Human Anatomy and Physiology · Human Systems

Cardiovascular and Respiratory Integration

Analyzing the transport of gases and nutrients to sustain cellular metabolism.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the structure of the alveoli and capillaries maximize the efficiency of gas exchange?
  2. 2What are the systemic effects of a failure in the heart's electrical conduction system?
  3. 3How does exercise trigger immediate physiological changes in both the heart and lungs?

Common Core State Standards

HS-LS1-2HS-LS1-3
Grade: 12th Grade
Subject: Biology
Unit: Human Anatomy and Physiology
Period: Human Systems

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